SHIELD on white
A trail of fluid white SHIELD across sunlit stone, the lightweight daily protection texture
The textureLight, fluid and sheer, with no white cast. Your colours look true while they’re protected, every day.
A glass prism splitting sunlight beside salt crystals, for the light defence and ectoin in SHIELD
The ingredientsSunlight fades ink faster than anything else. SHIELD filters it, while ectoin helps skin stand up to it.
SHIELD with its box

What it does

What SHIELD does for your tattoo.

SPF 15 broad spectrum

Daily defence for tattooed skin against everyday sun.

Blue light defence

Helps protect against the oxidative stress of high-energy visible light.

Antioxidant support

Helps counter free radicals and environmental stressors.

No white cast

Transparent on the skin, so your ink stays bold.

Ink-Safe™ technology

Made for tattooed skin, keeping the ink bold and clear.

An artist lying in a shaft of light

Independent testing

SPF + HEV

SPF 15 sun protection with HEV blue light defence, made for healed tattoos.

SPF and UVA protection tested by Eurofins Dermatest, Sydney, to ISO 24443. HEV defence comes from photostable filters whose absorption extends into blue light.

Your protocol

Where SHIELD sits in your protocol.

The third stage, and the longest. SHIELD protects a healed tattoo every day for life.

Plan your protocol
21 days beforePreparePRIME
Day 0AppointmentYour artist
14 days of healingRecoverLOCK
Once healedProtectSHIELD
Years laterRestoreLUME
Sunlight split into a band of colour across a bead of SHIELD, for light defence

The science

The actives behind SHIELD.

A precise formulation, built around actives with a proven role in caring for tattooed skin.

Photostable broad spectrum filters

Next generation UVA and UVB filters that stay stable in sunlight.

Resveratrol

A potent antioxidant that counters the oxidative stress light drives into skin.

Ectoin

The protective molecule also found in PRIME, shielding skin cells from everyday environmental stress.

A dot of SHIELD beside a sheer sweep that leaves no white cast

How to use

Every day, for life.

Once your tattoo has healed, apply generously every day to clean, dry skin, as the last step of your routine.

Care note

For pieces that have already faded, pair SHIELD with LUME.

Copper with a teal patina

The SKINGRAPHICA® standard

Engineered for tattooed skin. Proven on it.

Trusted by the world’s highest ranked artists and studios. Every formulation pairs Ink-Safe™ technology with proven actives, made in Australia.

Dermatologist approved

Suitable for sensitive and freshly tattooed skin.

Clinically proven

Well tolerated on repeated use, including sensitive skin.

Independently lab tested

Every formulation, before it ever reaches skin.

Ink-Safe™ technology

Cares for skin and protects the pigment.

Reviews

Chosen by the world’s finest artists. Worn by the collectors of their work.

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  • CM
    Chris M.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Who are you? Customer
    Product Standouts Clinically Tested, Great Texture, Design & Packaging, Dermatologist Approved, Fast Acting
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    First time user , long time subscriber

    Recently used shield post recovery of my fine art tattoo and found it superb so far. Product absorbs really well with no greasy residue , smells natural which I like and gives me confidence I’m protecting the artwork I paid so much for (with my body and $ 😂) and want to keep as defined as possible for aslong as possible. Looking forward to using more products. Love it

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    Craig F.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Who are you? Customer
    Product Standouts Great Texture, Active Ingredients, Clinically Tested, Dermatologist Approved, Fast Acting
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great daily cream that has given me more confidence in the sun!

    I wrote a review on the LUME product, but also wanted to share a separate review on SHIELD as I have been using both products in combination.

    After using SHIELD for a month I am so much more confident with my tattoo's in the sun. I don't love the feeling of oily suncreams and because of that I was covering my tattoo's with long sleeve shirts regularly.

    SHIELD provides the protection from UV rays and is the perfect daily cream I need to be active in the sun without needing to cover up.

    It's an exceptionally high-quality cream. The difference between applying this and other lotions is night and day. It absorbs easily, feels great on the skin, and leaves a noticeably better finish without any greasy residue.

  • M
    Mario
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Who are you? Customer
    Product Standouts Dramatic Results, Dermatologist Approved, Clinically Tested, Great Texture, Design & Packaging
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Tattoo Care Product I’ve Ever Used

    I’ve tried a lot of tattoo-care and skincare products over the years, and SkinGraphica SHIELD is easily the best I’ve used.

    The cream feels incredibly premium, absorbs quickly, and leaves my skin feeling hydrated without any greasy residue. Since using it, my tattoos look noticeably more vibrant, sharper, and better defined, while my skin feels healthier and well protected.

    What I love most is that it combines effective tattoo protection with luxurious skincare in one product. It applies effortlessly, feels lightweight on the skin, and is perfect for everyday use.

    The packaging is also exceptional—sleek, sophisticated, and worthy of a premium skincare brand. Every aspect of the product reflects quality, from the presentation to the performance.

    If you’re serious about preserving the appearance of your tattoos, I highly recommend SkinGraphica SHIELD. It’s a standout product that genuinely delivers on its promises and has become an essential part of my daily routine.

  • BB
    Bob B.
    I recommend this product
    Who are you? Customer
    Product Standouts Superior Healing, Fast Acting, Dramatic Results, Dermatologist Approved, Clinically Tested
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Quality product, created just for tattoos...and it works

    With some of my newer tattoos my wife and I were looking for products specifically made for Tattoo aftercare and surprisingly didn't find much on the market. I'm really appreciating shield since it has SPF, protects our newer ink and makes the tattoos feel and look really good. I'm about a month into using it and really like the product so far I also appreciate the backstory of the company and the care they put into their product and packaging. Congrats on the success of their team over there.

  • J
    Jerremy
    I recommend this product
    Who are you? Customer
    Product Standouts Fast Acting, Design & Packaging, Great Texture, Active Ingredients
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Non-oily and hydrating

    Have been using Shield for the last few weeks. It's been perfect in the Australian sun; it absorbs perfectly and leaves my skin feeling smooth and doesn't have an oily residue which is perfect.

Questions

What people ask before they buy.

Anything else, our concierge will answer personally.

Ask our concierge
When can I start SHIELD?

Once your tattoo has fully healed, after the 14 days of healing.

Will it leave a white cast?

No. SHIELD is transparent on the skin, so the ink stays bold.

Can I use it with LUME?

Yes. If you cannot keep a restored area out of direct sun, apply SHIELD 30 minutes after LUME.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes. Every SKINGRAPHICA® formulation is dermatologist approved and suitable for sensitive and freshly tattooed skin.

The next stage

For the pieces that have faded.

04Restore LUME

LUME

Tattoo Restoration Emulsion

30 mL · 1.0 fl oz

2 250 kr

04Restore03Protect LEGACY

LEGACY

The restoration collection

LUME · SHIELD

2 990 krValued at 3 700 kr

SHIELD

1 450 kr